Our specialist degree combines management expertise with the analytical and computing skills you need to perform at high levels in any business environment. In your first year of study you will develop knowledge in core business strategies including accounting, business communication, commercial law, business heritage, culture and sustainability, marketing, computing, management and applied research. You will focus on your business information systems specialisation in the second and third years and enhance your understanding of business decision making and planning processes. Courses in this specialisation include: Applied Computing - Uses software and computer based solutions for business problems. Business Analysis - Covers the modelling of business systems, project management, systems methodologies and requirements analysis. Systems Analysis and Design - Practices data and process modelling, systems development and project management. Business Analysis - Details techniques for defining and evaluating relevant information. Management of Information and Communication Technologies - Develops an overview of strategies and skills specific to the IT industry. You will also complete a Cooperative Education Project where you will work 'hands-on' in a business environment and apply your learning for a minimum of 400 hours. You will also complete a significant research project for your host organisation. Programme structure To complete this Degree you are required to complete a minimum total of 360 credits. To be a full time student you need to maintain a workload of 120 credits per year. We recommend you talk with us to ensure you choose electives to benefit your future career. Career Opportunities A career in business information systems will allow you to combine management expertise with analyst and computing skills. Emphasis is placed on understanding how information is stored and how you can manipulate it to be able to draw sensible conclusions. As an systems or business analyst you will become a key ingredient to business decision making and an integral part of any business environment. Study Pathways On completion of this qualification you can complete any of our graduate diplomas in a different area of business to enhance your skills. Please note that TANZ offers a selection of courses from the Bachelor of Applied Management, but not all courses required to complete the degree are currently available through fully online study.